Atty. David Michael Patton
David Michael Patton is a lawyer practicing corporate, energy, oil and gas and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from The University of Texas in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years.
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David Michael Patton is a Partner based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Locke Lord LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on business, energy, and international. Admitted to practice in Texas (1977) and New York (2000). Educated at University of Houston Law Center (J.D., 1977) and The University of Texas (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Houston and Federal (South Texas Chapter) Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Houston Energy Bar Association Rocky Mountain Mineral Law Foundation Institute for Energy Law. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- David Michael Patton is a lawyer practicing corporate, energy, oil and gas and 2 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from The University of Texas in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
- David practices at Locke Lord LLP in Houston, TX
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
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International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.
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Why local counsel matters in Texas
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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